Formula 1 news

Kimi Antonelli confirmed he will not use the number one on his car in 2026, saying keeping number 12 will be important for "staying humble" as reigning world champion.

George Russell has admitted his 2026 Formula 1 season has been the first of his career with "more bad days than good" in a candid first statement following Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli's world championship triumph.

Formula 1 heads to Brazil for the São Paulo Grand Prix, a week after Kimi Antonelli was crowned world champion.

Formula 1 has assured its 11 teams its business as usual for the two Middle East races set to finish the season. The message came after Yamaha withdrew its entry from this weekend's MotoGP race in Qatar at the Losail circuit also hosting F1 on Nov. 29.

Toto Wolff still sees Kimi Antonelli as the "same kid" who joined Mercedes aged 12 and says the new world champion is a role model for all Formula 1 drivers.

Lewis Hamilton demanded "serious talks" with Ferrari as the furious British driver questioned the mentality of teammate Charles Leclerc.

Kimi Antonelli is F1 world champion, but he won't get his trophy until December. Why does the sport still deny its champions their crowning moment?

George Russell skipped media duties after the Mexico City Grand Prix as boss Toto Wolff admitted his driver was suffering a "catastrophic moment" with teammate Kimi Antonelli celebrating winning the world championship.

How Kimi Antonelli overcame early setbacks, teammate George Russell and a Ferrari fightback to become Formula 1's youngest-ever world champion.

Hoisted on the shoulders of two champions is a fitting image for Antonelli, the boy king of F1.

Hoisted on the shoulders of two champions is a fitting image for Antonelli, the boy king of F1.

Kimi Antonelli could be crowned F1 world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Here's what he needs to do to seal his first title.

Kimi Antonelli cherished a "day I will remember forever" as he claimed his place in history as Formula 1's youngest world champion.

Kimi Antonelli has been crowned Formula 1 world champion and is the youngest driver in history to do so.

Kimi Antonelli has been crowned the Formula 1 drivers' champion -- and here are all the records he's broken in the process.

Max Verstappen stormed to victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix, and Kimi Antonelli was crowned Formula 1 world champion.

Max Verstappen wins the Mexico City Grand Prix as Kimi Antonelli wraps up Formula 1 title.

Max Verstappen stormed to victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix as Kimi Antonelli is crowned Formula 1 world champion.

Max Verstappen wins the Mexico City Grand Prix as Kimi Antonelli wraps up Formula 1 title.

Kimi Antonelli has become the youngest world champion in Formula 1 history, clinching his first title at 20 years old after finishing third at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Kimi Antonelli could be crowned world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix, and you can follow live updates on ESPN.

Lewis Hamilton told Ferrari they have "big, big problems" after he was pushed out of the lead by teammate Charles Leclerc at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Kimi Antonelli could be crowned world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix, and you can follow live updates on ESPN.

Kimi Antonelli could be crowned world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix, and you can follow live updates on ESPN.

Lewis Hamilton is on pole for Ferrari for the first time, while Kimi Antonelli could be crowned world champion at the Mexico City Grand Prix, and you can follow live updates on ESPN.

Esteban Ocon was suddenly replaced, without explanation, by Haas with Ryo Hirakawa for the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Fernando Alonso gave a terse eight-word interview after suffering "frustration beyond imagination" when engine trouble appeared to cost Aston Martin a major opportunity in qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Fernando Alonso gave a terse eight-word interview after suffering "frustration beyond imagination" when engine trouble appeared to cost Aston Martin a major opportunity in qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

A tense, unwell and tired Kimi Antonelli has said he will "bombard myself with melatonin" to ensure himself a full night's sleep before the Mexico City Grand Prix, where he can become Formula 1's youngest world champion on Sunday.

Lewis Hamilton has said claiming a first pole for Ferrari evoked memories of watching Michael Schumacher dominating for the Scuderia.

Isack Hadjar was handed a formal warning from the stewards at the Mexico City Grand Prix after a video circulated which appeared to show him pushing a fan in the paddock.

Lewis Hamilton has taken his first Ferrari pole position for this Sunday's Mexico City Grand Prix, his first in over three years.

Kimi Antonelli's rivals have heaped praise on the 20-year-old Formula 1 champion in waiting ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Lando Norris edged out title leader Kimi Antonelli in the final moments of the final practice session at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Esteban Ocon has been suddenly replaced, without explanation, by Haas with Ryo Hirakawa for the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Isack Hadjar has been summoned to see the stewards at the Mexico City Grand Prix after a video circulated which appeared to show him pushing a fan in the paddock.

Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson have been given a one-place grid penalty for an incident which saw them collide during Friday practice in Mexico.

American driver Colton Herta's wait for the superlicence he needs to race for Cadillac in Formula 1 next season will continue another week after a bizarre misunderstanding involving the team, the governing FIA and IndyCar's official website.

American driver Colton Herta's wait for the superlicence he needs to race for Cadillac in Formula 1 next season will continue another week after a bizarre misunderstanding involving the team, the governing FIA and IndyCar's official website.

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc was the quickest man on Friday after topping both practice sessions at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Charles Leclerc led the running in the first practice session at the Mexico City Grand Prix on Friday.

Lando Norris has said drivers need to adapt to their cars amid Mercedes claims that its machine does not suit George Russell.

The United States Grand Prix is well-loved by fans and drivers, but there were mixed reviews coming out of the weekend.

Lewis Hamilton defiantly said Formula 1 has "never had anyone like me in seventy years" when asked if he can really keep racing into the 2030s.

Daniel Ricciardo would consider a return to racing for a one-off event like the Le Mans 24 Hours, and cheekily teased a dream reunion with ex-Red Bull teammates Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel.

Fernando Alonso fully stands by his claims about the lack of talent at the back of the Formula 1 grid and has questioned why teams put up with drivers crashing so much in the cost cap era.

George Russell has vowed that this season will not define his career as he prepares to watch teammate Kimi Antonelli celebrate his world championship win.

Kimi Antonelli has a viral infection and will miss media day ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix which is likely to finish with him as F1's youngest ever champion.

Sergio Pérez reflects on his Red Bull exit, finding happiness beyond F1 and rediscovering his love of racing as he prepares for his 300th grand prix.

Sergio Pérez has signed a new deal with Cadillac which will see him stay with the American team until 2029.